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Volunteer Point, East Falkland

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Must see · Nature / Park · Wildlife Area
An important bird conservation area, Volunteer Point also supports southern elephant seals and the largest colony of king penguins--once nearly extinct in the Falklands. Along the beach's 2 km (3.6 mi) of white sand, you can see many of the penguins going in and out of the ocean. (Watch your step to evade the penguins' nesting burrows.) Go hiking or join guided 4x4 tours to explore the area's rich wildlife, including gentoo and Magellanic penguins, steamer ducks, white-bridled and black-throated finches, and ruddy-headed geese. Amenities include a camping site with outdoor restrooms and a tiny house with a gas heater. Add Volunteer Point to your Stanley travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Stanley trip itinerary builder app.
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  • By moe5169
    Fabulous, amazing experience! We are so happy we took this tour. It was more than anything we anticipated.  more »
  • By Shirley R
    the trip over lasted 2 hours from Stanley to Volunteer Point. The first 45 minutes is on a paved road and the next hour and 15 minutes is over dirt and rocks...It's a very rough ride. I amazingly...  more »
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